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A property expert has claimed that the government’s new ‘Help to Build’ initiative is a positive step forward, but that the...

In the last auction roundup of April, Property Investor Today takes a look at iamsold’s free educational webinar on the Modern...

We know that UK property has long been a safe haven for international investors, with the market’s robust performance throughout the...

This week, Property Investor Today takes a look at the ambitious auction houses that are making great strides as we ease...

Despite the ongoing implications of Brexit and, more recently, the pandemic, the number of overseas landlords owning property in the UK...

There is a much greater sales potential to be unleashed from Chinese buyers, a leading China expert has claimed. Domenica Di Lieto,...

The coronavirus vaccine roll-out is going far better than any of us could ever have imagined, with more than a third...

This week, Property Investor Today takes a closer look at the diverse lots at Bond Wolfe’s next sale, Allsop’s range of...

Last week, two of the UK’s biggest housebuilders – Barratt and Berkeley – held webinars aimed at investors. While new-build developments have traditionally...

The average volume of properties advertised on the market has fallen by nearly 22% since it hit a peak in November, according...

Housebuilding took a hit as a result of the pandemic, but there are signs that it is now starting to recover. In...

This week’s roundup features Savills Auctions’ new auction platform, Clive Emson’s extensive auction catalogue, a returning brand with SDL Property Auctions...

In this guest piece, property development and investment company SevenCapital outline three ways investors can diversify their portfolio.  After the turbulence of...

Nearly 800,000 home moves (2.6%) have taken place in the last year, despite numerous periods of lockdown restrictions and the wider...

Investors trying to expand their portfolios can avoid delays caused by residential buyers taking advantage of the Chancellor's stamp duty extension by using four 'buy-to-let hacks', according to broker Mortgages...

Some 60% of multi-property landlords have expanded their property portfolio since the introduction of the stamp duty holiday in July 2020,...

In theory, investing in the European property market is simple, but in reality it can be a little more challenging. The first...

With auctions still proving popular in light of Covid-19, and set to thrive even after the pandemic subsides, Property Investor Today...

This week, Property investor Today looks at SDL Property Auctions’ latest extensive catalogue, BidX1’s 2020 success and Auction Estates’ landmark appointment...

The UK’s prime property market is evolving, rather than suffering, throughout the coronavirus pandemic, new data from wealth manager and private...

This week shows a promising selection of investment opportunities available at auction. Here at Property Investor Today, we take a closer...

To no-one’s surprise, there haven’t been petitions or concerted pressure from the public, MPs and trade bodies regarding the introduction of...

The level of new homes reaching the market has fallen by more than 32,000 across England year-on-year, research by StripeHomes has...

The last year has been one which has focused attention on dealing with the immediate, the here and now, in a...

Few places remain unaffected by the Covid-19 pandemic, with cases fluctuating across the nation, but still high overall. Domestically, as far...

At first glance, Brexit’s Christmas climax appears to have had little effect on the appetite for UK property investment, which is...

Here, in this guide piece, the experts at Alexander & Co - a firm of chartered accountants in Manchester - run...

2020 was a challenging year for many industries across the world, and especially those in the UK. Amongst national lockdowns, stringent...

As we settle into 2021, Auction House and iamsold reflect on last year’s record sales, while Pugh announces new technology designed...

Almost two thirds of the UK’s largest cities are experiencing a property selling boom, according to Apropos. The letting firm analysed year-on-year...

In this guest piece, Andrea Fawell, sales & marketing director of award-winning property developers Kebbell, tackles many of the important factors...

With 2020 wrapped up and many anticipating the year ahead, Tom Bill, head of UK residential research at Knight Frank, provides commentary...

It wouldn't be the start of a new year without predictions for the 12 months to come. And the forecasts from...

For those who are looking to sell their property in Spain and return to the UK, Simon Pelling, managing director of...

As we look ahead to 2021, one of the biggest questions on the lips of property investors – as is always...

Works to restore and convert a Grade II listed rectory building into separate homes are progressing well, with two new houses...

This week, Property Investor Today takes a look at the latest auction results from iamsold and SDL Property Auctions, as well...

As property investors, it is very important that we monitor house price trends when assessing new deals and during existing long-term...

A housebuilder is offering free expert advice for property investors looking to start or expand their portfolio in Cambridgeshire, specifically in...

The majority of UK investors are worried the government’s handling of Covid-19 and Brexit will have a negative impact on the...

Manchester-based Hollins Homes is celebrating its 100th completion, following continued business growth and increased demand for homes due to the stamp...

With global stock markets in turmoil, many investors are turning to property as a less volatile investment option. For practical purposes, the...

It’s auctions galore this week, with Mark Jenkinson and Son, SDL Auctions, Bond Wolfe Auction and Auction House London achieving high...

Before the lockdown announcement was made, the number of transactions completed was returning to pre-Covid levels. That is according to Nicky Stevenson,...

Residential property searches by local councils have skyrocketed by as much as 1,400% as house hunters race to buy and beat...

One in 10 landlords now plan to purchase properties and expand their portfolio, compared to just 3% at the end of...

While 2020 has been a challenging year due to Covid, the property market has boomed, driven by changing priorities for homeowners...

With the potential for restrictions to be in place on and off for many years to come, and the likely continued...

The current stamp duty holiday provides a window of opportunity for property investors. It’s particularly good news for those just entering...

Despite another national lockdown seemingly on the horizon, the property market remains resilient, with the stamp duty holiday and other initiatives...

Demand from Chinese investors for UK property soared in July after plummeting between April-June, during the height of the coronavirus lockdown. In...

Up-and-coming Salford is the most profitable city for buy-to-lets, followed by Manchester and Leeds. That’s according to a new study by CIA...

Demand for viewings at Trent Bridge Quays, Elevate Property Group’s luxury development in Nottingham, has surged after a series of ‘hard...

Research by Andrews Property Group has identified the 10 UK towns and cities where 99% of homes currently listed for sale...

Property Investor Today explores the investment opportunities available at Cheffins’ second post-lockdown auction and interesting figures suggesting how much cheaper houses...

Since the UK began to emerge from lockdown, the property market has reacted positively, with recent reports confirming a ‘mini boom’...

The other major housing announcement in the Chancellor’s recent summer economic update, aside from the headline-grabbing stamp duty holiday, was the...

The South West, and Cornwall in particular, should be capturing the attention of property investors despite the economic challenges posed by...

An average of 13 house sales were agreed per branch in July – the highest figure recorded since June 2007, according...

Chinese buyers continue to show interest in the UK property market, making 213% more enquiries in July. This follows a double-digit decline...

The stamp duty holiday, which has set the tax threshold for property purchases at £500,000, is a potential future tax trap...

If you’re a buy-to-let investor or thinking of becoming one, then you may have very mixed feelings about the current state...

When Chancellor Rishi Sunak gave his Summer Statement last month, many people were surprised to learn that buy-to-let investors would be...

July was a fruitful month for online auction sales at iamsold, with the auctioneer raising over £64 million in capital value. iamsold...

Interest in UK property from overseas buyers is surging as investors look to take advantage of the current stamp duty holiday...

Accountancy firm MJ Bushell says now is the perfect time for landlords and investors to consider property incorporation. Property tax specialists at...

The property market is defying the traditional summer lull in activity as buyers and sellers continue to flood the market post-lockdown. Last...

It would be hard to deny that the UK housing market isn’t in desperate need of reform. The government has acknowledged...

A long-awaited riverside regeneration project has moved a step closer after planning approval was granted for Clifton Slipways, a contemporary mixed-use...

Following the recent introduction of a stamp duty holiday, property investors can remortgage to raise funds for future purchases. According to Paragon...

Last week's announcement of a stamp duty holiday on the first £500,000 of property purchases has prompted a rise in buyers...

Until now, self-build has been something of a niche market – for the brave and risk-taking. It’s received national prominence through...

Some four in 10 mortgage advisers expect to write more buy-to-let business in the next 12 months, according to Paragon Bank. The...

Investors buying homes worth up to £500,000 won’t have to pay stamp duty on these purchases until the end of March...

It has been well over a month since the UK government first announced social distancing measures in response to Covid-19. At...

The knock-on effects of the spread of coronavirus and the subsequent government lockdown will result in 56,000 fewer homes being delivered...

As soon as the general election determines the next government, emphasis will need to be placed on making more pressing issues,...

House price inflation across the UK dropped to 8.3% in the year to July, down from 9.7% in June, according to...